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Going for gold: The all-time U.S. Olympic men's basketball roster

Romero Duno bids farewell to boxing after career-ending loss in the U.S.

CEBU CITY, Philippines — Filipino lightweight boxer Romero “Ruthless” Duno has officially stepped away from the sport that defined his life for over a decade. The 28-year-old Duno’s career ended on a somber note, as he suffered his second consecutive knockout loss on American soil. His latest defeat came at the hands of Latin-American prospect Cain Sandoval (14-0, 12 KOs), who stopped him in the sixth round of their 10-round bout on August 31 in...

NBA expands scope of coach’s challenge on some out-of-bounds plays

NEW YORK— The NBA has expanded the permissible scope of coach’s challenge reviews on some out-of-bounds plays, saying Tuesday that if a foul should have been called on the play it now can be assessed shortly after the fact. The league’s Board of Governors approved the move on the second day of its two-day meeting in New York, after it was unanimously recommended by the league’s competition committee last week. The change will take effect this...

US Open: Sabalenka beats Pegula for third Grand Slam title

NEW YORK — Aryna Sabalenka left the US Open in tears 12 months ago as the runner-up. She exited in the semifinals each of the two years before that. This time, Sabalenka was in a joking mood after winning her first championship at Flushing Meadows and the third Grand Slam title of her career. Sabalenka, the No. 2 seed, got past No. 6 Jessica Pegula 7-5, 7-5 in a rollicking final under a closed retractable roof at Arthur Ashe Stadium on Saturday,...

Novak Djokovic suffers shock loss in US Open third round

NEW YORK— Novak Djokovic did not go easy on himself when assessing the listless way he performed from the start of the U.S. Open, pointing to his sloppy serving as the main reason the defense of his 2023 title surprisingly ended in the third round. “I have played some of the worst tennis I have ever played, honestly,” Djokovic said, just after midnight as Friday turned to Saturday. “Serving — by far — the worst ever.” With 14 double-faults,...

Beau Belga signs one-year Rain or Shine contract extension at 37

One of the longest-tenured players at ROS is staying on, at least for another year

UAAP TAKEAWAYS: KQ is only getting better, Bahay is on his way

Five key takeaways from the UAAP Season 87 opening weekend

Hamilton "furious" for wasting shot at Monza F1 pole

Hamilton rues two costly qualifying mistakes that have demoted him to sixth on a tight Monza starting grid

Piastri "hurts a lot" after Ferrari strategy denies Italian GP victory

The Australian had been leading before opting to pit for a second time as Leclerc stayed out to take the win

Ronnie Alonte helps Binan stretch MBPL streak to seven straight

RIZAL Xentromall leaned on Alwyn Alday to subdue also-ran Imus, 103-92, on Wednesday and boost its playoff bid in the MPBL (Maharlika Pilipinas Basketball League) Sixth Season at the Alonte Sports Arena in Binan, Laguna. Home team Binan Tatak Gel then crushed Iloilo, 97-67, in the main event of the round-robin eliminations of the two-division, 29-t...

Marlon Tapales dismantles Indian challenger in Cambodia

CEBU CITY, Philippines — Former two-division world champion Marlon “Nightmare” Tapales delivered a dominant performance over India’s Saurabh Kumar on Saturday, September 7, in Phnom Penh, Cambodia. Tapales secured a lopsided unanimous decision victory over Kumar to successfully defend his World Boxing Council (WBC) Asian Continental super bantamweight title. The 32-year-old Tapales showcased his superior skill and experience, earning the favor...

The “astonishing” speed data that explains Antonelli’s FP1 crash

Despite a hefty crash in Friday practice at Monza, Mercedes rookie Andrea Kimi Antonelli's performance has excited his bosses

Creamline sets out to complete trailblazing triple crown

Creamline’s date with destiny gets an answer on Thursday when the Cool Smashers try to complete what would just be the first Grand Slam in Premier Volleyball League (PVL) history. Or, it can also be that the Cool Smashers will fail to achieve that for the third time in their glorious history. No team has even come close to completing a season sweep, but Creamline has been able to do it in each of the last two seasons, only to falter in the last...

Cristiano Ronaldo slams Erik ten Hag after abysmal Premier League start

Adamson gives Sean Chambers a rude reception to UAAP Season 87

Soaring Falcons turn down the hype on Veejay Pre and Janrey Pasaol

PVL explains no net touch in controversial Akari-PLDT endgame

MANILA, Philippines — The end game between Akari and PLDT’s knockout semifinal match in the PVL Reinforced Conference was marred by a controversial call in the decisive fifth set as the High Speed Hitters’ call for a net fault was ruled unsuccessful. Holding on at match point, 14-13, PLDT called for a video challenge calling for a net touch on the Akari’s Ezra Madrigal that could’ve awarded the High Speed Hitters the winning point. But the...

Kiefer's former B.League teammate Dequan Jones is new NLEX import

Myke Henry's replacement comes with a ringing endorsement from Kiefer Ravena

NorthPort coach explains why Jois, Navarro sat out game vs Magnolia

Freak accident during heavy rains keeps Navarro out of NorthPort lineup

UAAP Best Five: KQ, QMB shine as opening week's top performers

The opening weekend came and went, and here are your top performers to kick off the UAAP Season 87

Alas Pilipinas Women show improvement in loss to Japan team

MANILA, Philippines–Alas Pilipinas women showed marked progress in a short period, putting up a fight against nine-time Japan champion Saga Hisamitsu Springs before dropping a 14-25, 21-25, 19-25 loss on Sunday in the Alas Pilipinas Invitationals at the PhilSports Arena. Alyssa Solomon came up with two crucial points in an impressive run that put Alas Pilipinas women ahead 16-12 in the second set. Eya Laure, Fifi Sharma and Vanie Gandler also...

NBA: Nuggets’ Jamal Murray agrees to 4-year, $208M max extension

DENVER — Denver Nuggets star point guard Jamal Murray has agreed to a four-year, $208 million maximum contract extension, a person with knowledge of the deal told The Associated Press on Saturday. The person spoke to the AP on condition of anonymity as the deal, which keeps Murray out of free agency next summer, awaited the requisite signatures. Murray made a remarkable return from a torn ACL that sidelined him for all of the 2021-22 season to...

PBA: NLEX trades to acquire Javee Mocon from Phoenix

NLEX is set to acquire reliable forward Javee Mocon from Phoenix in a proposed trade still pending the approval of the PBA, the team said Wednesday. The Road Warriors are sending third-year big man Ato Ular and a second round draft pick in the league’s 51st season under the terms of the swap that the league’s trade committee is scrutinizing as of posting time. Mocon’s impending move comes at a time NLEX is in need to improve its record in the...

Thai coach praises progress of PH volleyball

MANILA, Philippines — Est Cola assistant coach Wilavan Apinyapong, who played her last Southeast Asian Games in Manila five years ago, relished the opportunity in her return to the country, this time, in guiding the under-20 Thailand national team in the 2024 PVL Invitational Conference. Apinyapong was reminiscent of their 14th gold medal in the 2019 Southeast Asian Games at Philsports Arena after her young squad received an opportunity to play...

The astronomical prize money Jannik Sinner earned at the US Open

Maroons fancied over Red Warriors; Bulldogs eye first win

University of the Philippines was hardly pressed in its UAAP Season 87 debut, and the Maroons are expected to steamroll through a second straight assignment on Saturday and make it a three-way tie at the top in the young elimination round. Facing a University of the East squad that lacks height, depth and experience, the Maroons are the solid favorites in their 6:30 p.m. clash at Smart Araneta Coliseum even as National University and Far Eastern...

PBA: Lassiter now no. 2 in all-time 3-point list as San Miguel wins

Marcio Lassiter surpassed Allan Caidic for second on the all-time career three-pointers list to highlight San Miguel Beer’s 119-114 win over NLEX in Group B of the PBA Governors’ Cup Wednesday at Ninoy Aquino Stadium. Lassiter nailed his 1,243rd triple with 6:50 left in the fourth quarter, his fourth in the contest which saw the Beermen avenging their first-round defeat at the hands of the Road Warriors in Cagayan de Oro City last Aug. 31. That...

Piastri agrees to back Norris as McLaren makes 2024 F1 title fight team orders call

McLaren team boss Andrea Stella says Australian driver has agreed he would give up a “painful” victory to aid Norris’s bid to topple Verstappen, if required

F1 Azerbaijan GP: Verstappen tops opening practice as Leclerc, Colapinto crash

Max Verstappen fastest in a frantic first practice in Baku, which was stalled by three red flags

Why McLaren's team orders solution has invited more confusion

McLaren’s Baku weekend began almost exactly how Monza ended last time out in Formula 1 2024: focused intensely on its team orders tactics. But where clarity seemed to finally arrive, ambiguity followed on media day in Baku. Here’s how this could yet be costly for the orange team…

Bagnaia furious with Alex Marquez: "He didn't stop accelerating until he threw me off"

Bagnaia didn't hide his frustration after his collision with the younger Marquez in Aragon as he took a big hit to his championship challenge

COLUMN: Trading Mocon for Ular, draft pick a tactical move for Phoenix

Deal may not make much sense now, but it will benefit the Fuel Masters in the long run

EJ Obiena on getting called pogi: 'I don't know how to feel'

EJ Obiena may not have won a medal at the 2024 Paris Olympics, but the Filipino pole vaulter has been winning many hearts since then thanks to his eloquence and charm. On Wednesday's "Fast Talk with Boy Abunda," EJ admitted that he is still not used to getting called "pogi" by his supporters. Tito Boy asked him how many times he was called handsome on the same day. "Medyo marami. Hindi ako [sanay]," EJ said. "I don't know how to feel. I don't...

Tiongson could've been perfect match-up for Adams, says Guiao

Guiao rues rookie bruiser's absence from game vs SMB

Philippines Sets New World Record and Secures 7 Medals at OCR World Championships in Costa Rica

Team Philippines made history at the 2024 Obstacle Course Racing (OCR) World Championships in Costa Rica, securing a new world record and an impressive haul of 7 medals. The national team ended its campaign on a high note with 1 gold, 4 silvers, and 2 bronzes during the competitions held from August 22 to 25 […] The post Philippines Sets New World Record and Secures 7 Medals at OCR World Championships in Costa Rica appeared first on...

PBA: Danny Ildefonso ‘farm team’ remark lights fire under NorthPort

NorthPort coach Bonnie Tan felt the comments made by Converge assistant Danny Ildefonso lit a fire under his team and keyed Thursday’s blowout victory in the PBA Governors’ Cup. Tan didn’t hide his disappointment over comments made by Ildefonso, who used the words “farm team” when he responded to social media posts relating the contract situation between the Batang Pier and his son Dave. READ: PBA: Arvin Tolentino drops 51 points as NorthPort...

Magnolia crisis averted as Shabazz Muhammad gets Fiba clearance

Sigh of relief as Magnolia import finally gets Letter of Clearance from Fiba

Paralympic runner stripped of bronze, disqualified after breaking rule at finish line

'She’s pretty incredible': Caitlin Clark ends MVP debate

PVL: Creamline overcomes Kurashiki by staying ‘disciplined’

MANILA, Philippines–Creamline showed resilience and endgame poise as it overcame fatigue and a determined Kurashiki Ablaze for a 25-22, 25-22, 26-28, 25-21 win before a big Sunday crowd at the Mall of Asia Arena in Pasay City. With the win, Creamline matched Cignal’s 2-0 start in the PVL Invitational 2024, while halting Kurashiki’s strong 2-0 start. The Cool Smashers were on track for a sweep after narrowly taking the first two frames, but a...

COLUMN: Quiambao's standing multi-million-peso offer from KBL club

The three-year package comes up to P36.7 million comes fully guaranteed and has a player option for the third year

UAAP: Ateneo hymn brings back memories, but Padrigao focused on UST

MANILA, Philippines — The last time Forthsky Padrigao sang the Ateneo hymn, he helped the Blue Eagles rule the UAAP Season 85 men’s basketball tournament two years ago after beating the University of the Philippines in Finals Game 3. That turned out to be his final stint with the school, and two years later, Padrigao anchored his new school University of Santo Tomas in ending a 17-game losing streak to Ateneo, 74-64, for a 2-0 start in Season 87...

Wonder Boy Martin scores TKO win in Mexico

CEBU CITY, Philippines — Filipino boxing prospect Carl Jammes “Wonder Boy” Martin made easy work on his Mexican opponent, Anthony Jimenez Salas, during their bout on September 6 (September 7, Manila Time) in Sinaloa, Mexico. Martin dismantled Salas en route to clinching an easy second round technical knockout, marking an impressive outing in his first fight abroad. The 25-year-old Martin kept his unbeaten record intact with 24 wins and 19...

The pioneers who redefined sports history

Legends in sports are given this title for breaking barriers, setting incredible records, and achieving “firsts” that define their careers and inspire countless others. Recently, for example, Cristiano Ronaldo became the first player to score 900 career goals. In this gallery, we’ll explore other world-famous athletes who had “firsts” in their respective sports and fields. From Usain Bolt to Serena Williams, these athletes redefined history. Curious about who made the list? Click through now.

Could Red Bull’s Formula 1 decline be down to its front wing?

Front wing has always been a key area of in-season development. Is that where Red Bull's rivals have made the biggest gains?

Filipina Cue Master Rubilen Amit Wins WPA World Women’s 9-Ball Championship Crown in New Zealand

The Philippines’ billiard champion Rubilen “Bingkay” Amit made history by winning the World Pool-Billiard Association (WPA) Women’s World 9-Ball Championship in New Zealand. The 42-year-old pride of Cebu dominated and claimed the world title for the Philippines during the competition held on September 3 to 8, 2024 at the Claudelands Events Centre in Hamilton. In […] The post Filipina Cue Master Rubilen Amit Wins WPA World Women’s 9-Ball...

PLDT files protest after controversial call in knockout semis clash vs Akari

MANILA, Philippines — The PLDT High Speed Hitters formally filed a complaint with the Premier Volleyball League (PVL) board after a controversial call in the knockout semifinal clash against Akari Chargers last Saturday, Aug. 31. PLDT released a statement on Sunday, Sept 1., that the team pursued a protest after the crucial call made by the referees and game officials. "In this regard, we have official filed a complaint with the PVL Board. Our...

Kevin Quiambao, La Salle too hot to handle for Adamson

And it wasn't just KQ!

Adrian Newey to join Aston Martin - legendary designer's F1 career highlights

Adrian Newey will join Aston Martin next season after spending nearly two decades with Red Bull. The chief engineer had been a key part in helping the Milton Keynes-based squad secure multiple titles including six constructors’ world championships.

Philippines gambles on board assignment

BUDAPEST, Hungary – Call it a Philippine gambit. Deviating from their usual roster for a better chance at winning, the Filipinas will gamble on fielding their top two players Janellle Mae Frayna and Jan Jodilyn Fronda on second and third boards instead in the 45th FIDE Chess Olympiad that unfurled last night at the BOK Sports Hall here. Instead of Frayna and Fronda, Shania Mae Mendoza, who usually played in the lower board in the past, has been...

Hyundai yet to make a decision on WRC long-time future

The Hyundai boss says Thierry Neuville’s one-year deal doesn’t necessarily signal the brand is exiting WRC in 2026